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Course Description

 In this course, students will advance their academic writing skills through writing advanced academic paragraphs essays and improving their grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure and mechanics through structured writing sessions and instructor feedback.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Use a variety of compound and complex sentence types.
  • Construct a multilevel essay outline after brainstorming ideas.
  • Write an academic essay including an introduction with a thesis, body paragraphs with topic sentences and well-developed main ideas, and a conclusion.
  • Incorporate sources (quotes and paraphrases) into their writing using APA citation style.
  • Create grammatically correct adjective clauses and passive constructions

Language Level: CEFR: B2

Notes

Students must have access to:

  • Computer with a camera
  • Microphone
  • Headphones

  Full course registration includes:

  • Access to tech support for classes and individuals
  • A certificate of completion upon meeting requirements, upon request
  • Access to University of Saskatchewan Language Centre (USLC) events and opportunities

Advanced Self-assessment

  • I speak and write main ideas, details, and opinions about familiar and abstract topics in discussions, presentations, written paragraphs and essays.
  • I use complex sentences, grammar, and vocabulary but make some minor mistakes.
  • I work or study in English and want to expand my skills further.
  • CEFR B2
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Section Title
Developing Writing Skills for Academic Success - In-Person or Online
Type
Class
Days
T
Time
2:30PM to 4:30PM
Dates
Sep 17, 2024 to Dec 03, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
24.0
Location
  • Williams Building - USask
Delivery Options
In Person and Canvas  
Course Fee(s)
Register non-credit $400.00
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Sep 10, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
Section Notes

Canvas Platform Access - One week before the course start date, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the Canvas Platform.

Refund Policy: The Language Centre will issue a refund, less a $50.00  administrative fee when notice of withdrawal is provided up to 7 days before the first class. NO REFUNDS are issued after that time. When courses are cancelled, students have the option to register for another course, transfer their payment to the next term, or receive a full refund.

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